Heres a versatile, roomy, simple, and able craft. Plans
include two bottom options: A smoother riding v-entry version
much improved over other Pacific dory types, or the simpler
all-flat bottom option. Plans also let you build in any of
three lengths: 20'4", 23'0" (standard), or
25'8". A deep cockpit and wide bottom assure safety
and stability. Three power options include I/O,
transom-mounted outboards (single or twin), or single
well-mounted outboard. Planing occurs with about 40 HP, and
bigger engines up to 1000 lbs. total are OK

Construction is rugged but simple and inexpensive. Plans are
available in either sheet plywood or welded aluminum. Plywood
hulls have ½" standard or ¾" optional
thickness bottoms over 2" sawn wood frames. Aluminum
hulls use 3/16" on the bottom and " sides. Outfit
the huge interior as you wish - center console, cuddy cabin,
trunk cabin, foredeck , etc. Or just leave it wide open. All
plans include FULL-SIZE PATTERNS, instructions, material
list, and fastening schedule on wood version.

From Russian Siberia's Kamchatka Penninsula comes this
aluminum CHUNKY DORY built by Victor Drozd and Alexander
Bondorenko. They remark that it "...is a very good
boat." (Still think that your conditions for
buidling a boat might be difficult?)